Swahili
mchwa
UM-chwah
How to say it
SwahilimchwaUM-chwahsoon
Englishtermitesoon
Frenchtermitesoon
Meaning
a white ant or termite, an insect that lives in large colonies.
Good to know
Use this word when discussing insects or pests in your home or garden.
Examples
- Mchwa wanaharibu kuni zangu.Termites are damaging my wood.
- Tafadhali angalia mchwa wanapokula chakula changu.Please watch out for the termites eating my food.
- Mchwa wamevamia nyumba yetu.Termites have invaded our house.
- Je, mchwa wanakula mbao?Do termites eat wood?
Not yet checked by a native speaker.